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Communication: FOURTH PERIOD

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The quality of a OUT parameter status field has several different classifications. Which of the classifications below can be described as the block does not support a cascade path and the value quality is good?
Each network layer for a DCS has it's own specialized equipment or software. Which of the layers below would make use of a HART protocol?
Modbus protocol can implement data encapsulation over IP based networks. Which of the statements below is an advantage of using encapsulation?
There are numerous I/O modules that a typical DCS has access to. Which of the modules below is described as one that can have 8, 16, or 32 inputs powered by 24Vdc, or 120Vac??
Which of the terms below is best described as the devices,in general, that are the final connections off of a segments spur cable?
All the wired network components interact with ISO layers. Which of the answers below reflects the ISO layers that the switch interacts with?
Ethernet network components provide several ISO layers of transmission control. Which of the network components below has transmission controls on the ISO network layer and possibly the data link layers?
Every IPv4 address is made up of two distinct components that identifies a specific host and a network segment. Which of the answers below names both of those components?
In a typical GUI, values take one of four generic indicators. Which of the indicators below would best be used for an analog value that has no need of significant accuracy?
Any SCADA system must adhere to universal standards which allow smooth communication over international boundaries. Which of the standards below would be an uniquely SCADA communication protocol?
The OSI model describes how a network should be arranged. Which of the layers below defines the network hardware and electrical signalling method of a network?
Redundant capability is critical for any DCS. Which of the availability of redundancy below would have redundant I/O, controllers and networks?
IPv4 network classes can also be defined by the IP address they use. Which of the answers corresponds best to the address in row "E"?
Which of the components below best represents the letter "A"?
There are numerous function block modes which are permitted. Which of the modes below is best described as the mode the function block desires to be in?
There are several devices that reside at each layer within the a typical DCS. Which of the levels below is where PLC and SIS controllers reside?
Which of the answers below best represents the recommended standard that uses an end device circuit to provide the character framing?
Which of the components of a smart transmitter is best associated with sensor linearization?
Which of the answers below is best represented by the number "7" on a typical H1 segment?
In a motor control function block program, conditional block are used. Which of the answers below is best described as a condition that must remain TRUE for a device can stay activated?
There are several stages in the alarm lifecycle. Which of these stages is there alarm shelving and some refresher training?
There are several layer within the a typical DCS., each with it's own responsibilities. Which of the levels below is responsible for the maintenance and configuration of the control system?
Over the lifetime of a HMI, there will be changes to it's software form the supplier. Which of the terms below would best describe the red number in the picture below?
The term "Repeaters" relates best to which of the answers below?
Each network layer for a DCS has it's own specialized equipment or software. Which of the layers below would allow various workstations to receive data from servers and controllers?